"Rich and evocative...Crosby has written a book that is as enchanting and irresistible as its subject."--Candice Millard
"Fast paced, full of twists and turns, and rich in detail...Crosby tells us a fascinating story rooted in such deep historical research that we can practically watch the drama unfold in real time."--Jeffrey H. Jackson, author of "Paris Under Water"
Acclaim for the novels of Molly Caldwell Crosby
"Engrossing."--"The New York Times Book Review"
"Riveting storytelling."--"Publishers Weekly"
"Gripping...Highly readable."--"Newsweek"
"A ripping yarn...a real-life, old-time Holmesian entertainment."--"Salon"
"A gem...In her well-researched account, Crosby recounts the theft, the gang of thieves behind it and Scotland Yard's hunt for the culprints. Her story is rich in the lore of London's famed underworld."--"Newsday"
"A winning true crime tale involving two superior minds--a very capable detective and a wily gentleman criminal--in a jewel heist at the dawn of twentieth-century England...highlights the cases's major influence on British crime detection and the legal system."--"Publishers Weekly"
"Crosby's thriller-style account is backed up by her intensive research...Another compelling popular history."--"Booklist"
"A narrative that manages to remain both exciting and informative...plenty of nefarious action."--"The Memphis Commercial Appeal"
"Rich and evocative...Crosby has written a book that is as enchanting and irresistible as its subject."--Candice Millard
"Fast paced, full of twists and turns, and rich in detail...Crosby tells us a fascinating story rooted in such deep historical research that we can practically watch the drama unfold in real time."--Jeffrey H.Jackson, author of "Paris Under Water"
Acclaim for the works of Molly CaldwellCrosby
"Engrossing."--"The New York TimesBookReview"
"Riveting storytelling."--"Publishers Weekly"
"Gripping...Highly readable."--"Newsweek"
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